How to Avoid Cultural Appropriation when Sharing Cacao

How to Avoid Cultural Appropriation when Sharing Cacao

November 28, 2022

It's possible to share cacao outside of its historical context in a way that's ethical, responsible, and respectful of the originary stewards of cacao. Yet it's a nuanced matter that takes careful consideration and, sometimes, training.

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Stay Connected on Our New Mobile App

Stay Connected on Our New Mobile App

July 05, 2022

We are thrilled to announce that we now have a FREE app on both iOS and Android! You can download it now for a more convenient experience ordering cacao, accessing your courses, and more.

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Why 'Fair Trade' Cacao Isn't Actually Fair Enough

Why 'Fair Trade' Cacao Isn't Actually Fair Enough

September 12, 2021

The Fair Trade movement is a step in the right direction. But when it comes to cacao (traded globally as "cocoa") and chocolate, the solution is definitely incomplete.

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How Often to Enjoy Ceremonial Cacao

How Often to Enjoy Ceremonial Cacao

January 27, 2021

This is a convenient guide with daily, weekly, and longer term recommendations for working with ceremonial cacao, whether you're enjoying it at home or attending cacao ceremonies.

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Ceremonial Cacao Is About More than Just Genetics

Ceremonial Cacao Is About More than Just Genetics

January 14, 2021

Often in the craft cacao world we hear people talk about “ceremonial grade” cacao. But there's actually no grading system for cacao. And groups use the term "ceremonial cacao" to mean different things. Here's our take on it!

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Who Is Allowed to Work with Ceremonial Cacao?

Who Is Allowed to Work with Ceremonial Cacao?

October 13, 2020

All our Mayan indigenous sources say that anyone of any race or nationality who feels called to work with cacao is allowed to do so, if they do it with humility and respect. So what counts as respectful?

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Podcast Episodes with Soul Lift Cacao Founder Nick Meador

Podcast Episodes with Soul Lift Cacao Founder Nick Meador

July 17, 2020

Want a crash course in what ceremonial cacao is all about? Listen to one or more of these podcasts! Soul Lift Cacao founder Nick Meador has appeared on four podcasts so far in 2020. We’ll update this link with more as they appear!

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How Our Founder Turned His Life Around with Ceremonial Cacao

How Our Founder Turned His Life Around with Ceremonial Cacao

July 17, 2020

In a new article on Medium, Soul Lift Cacao founder Nick Meador tells the story of how ceremonial cacao came into his life and helped him overcome chronic illness.

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Addressing Concerns About Cultural Appropriation of Cacao

Addressing Concerns About Cultural Appropriation of Cacao

July 17, 2020

Soul Lift Cacao acknowledges the collective conversation that has arisen recently around claims of cultural appropriation of cacao and ceremonial practices connected to it. Here's our summary of many years of work in this area.

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Talking Cacao Trade Ethics with a Mayan Cacao Ally

Talking Cacao Trade Ethics with a Mayan Cacao Ally

July 09, 2020

Soul Lift Cacao founder Nick Meador talks with Enjoly Mar, an assistant and student of Mayan indigenous tribes in Guatemala.

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How to Tell if Cacao is "Ceremonial"

How to Tell if Cacao is "Ceremonial"

July 09, 2020

 

We often hear the question, "What's the difference between ceremonial cacao and what I can get at the health food store?" In this video, Soul Lift Cacao founder Nick Meador shares his best response.

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